Historic Cottage • Walk to Beach! • 5mins to Strand & Cruise Port

Perfect for a couple’s beach escape or cruise travelers! Beautifully restored Carriage Guest House in the historic East End. Just 4 blocks to the beach, The Strand and Seawall. Only 5 mins to the Cruise Port. Enjoy a private entrance, carport parking, well-equipped kitchen and relaxing back porch deck (see floor plans in photos!). Ideal for beach getaways, cruises, or UT Medical Branch visitors. Guests love the spotless interior, comfy beds and peaceful setting close to everything in Galveston.

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▶ Need More Space?
Combine our two, side-by-side Guest Favorite homes just steps apart on the same property! (Cottage + Bungalow main home). Book them both together for extra space, privacy, and comfort. Perfect for families & friends! Just send us a message!

▶ Sleeping Arrangements:
The Guest House Cottage sleeps up to 4 with a Queen bed & sofa bed located in the bed area. Please review the layout to ensure it works for your group (see floor plans in photos).

▶ Cottage Layout:
Open layout with plenty of room to spread out (see floor plans in photos). Queen size bed with addl pullout sofa bed. The sleeping and living area are tucked away at the end of a hallway with an arched, open entry (no door). At the opposite end of the hallway, you'll find the full kitchen. The bathroom is a separate, fully enclosed room located midway down the hall for added privacy.

Why You'll Love it!

▶ Amenities
● Fully-equipped kitchen
● Fast WiFi
● Free driveway parking (carport)
● Free street parking
● Roku Smart TV
● JBL Bluetooth speaker
● Beach Essentials
● Bicycles (2)
● Pack n Play (available on request)
● High chair (available on request)
● Children's dinnerware
● Back porch deck - BBQ grill
● Pet Friendly
● Easy self check-in - flexible arrival time

▶ Location Highlights
● Walk or bike to nearby beaches
● Porretto Beach - 2 mins (0.3 miles)
● Bishop's Palace - 2 mins (0.5 miles)
● Sea Wall - 2 mins (0.6 miles)
● Stewart Beach - 4 mins (0.9 miles)
● Cruise Ship Terminal - 7 mins (2 miles)
● Univ Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) - 4 mins (0.8 miles)
● The Strand shopping, restaurants - 4 mins (1.2 miles)
● Pleasure Pier Amusement Park - 5 mins (1.6 miles)
● Texas Seaport Museum - 5 mins (1.4 miles)
● Moody Gardens Theme Park - 17 mins (6.6 miles)

▶ Local Recommendations
We love sharing our local favorite spots! We have listed a few below. Send us a message if you would like us to share more recommendations for hidden-gem restaurants, family-friendly spots, or the best times to catch the sunset along the Seawall!

● Coffee: Mod Coffeehouse - 5 mins
● Breakfast/Lunch: Galveston Bagel - 3 mins
● Mexican: Original Mexican Cafe - 2 mins
● Seafood: Katie's Seafood (waterfront) - 5 mins
● Italian: Tratorria la Vigna - 4 mins

▶ Guest Access
The Guest House is a fully separate unit located behind the main house, featuring its own private entrance. It sits above the original historic carriage house (now the garage). The only shared space is the back porch deck area—with two Adirondack chairs and a BBQ. It is shared with guests who may be staying in our other listing, the Shamrock Shore Bungalow (the main house). Cottage guests have 1 parking space in the driveway under the carport in front of the garage off 10th Street.

▶ Other Details
● Shared Spaces
The only shared space is the back porch area & gas BBQ behind the main house (with Adirondack chairs). This area is shared with any guests that might be staying at the Guest House behind the main house. The Guest House is a completely separate unit with it's own private entrance.

● Shared Amenities
We have 2 bicycles and Beach Essentials for guests (beach towels, beach chairs (2) and beach wagon. These are shared between guests in the main house and Guest House on a first come - first serve basis. Please return items promptly to their stored locations when finished using so other guests may use them.

● Historic Home:
This is a lovingly restored circa 1903 property—expect a blend of old-world character and modern updates.

● Parking:
One driveway covered parking spot in front of garage.

● Beach Access:
The home is a short drive (or a 4 block walk) to the Seawall and Galveston’s beaches.

● Air Conditioning:
Galveston is coastal and humid - air conditioning and ceiling fans are provided for your comfort. Our "window-style" AC is mounted through a wall (not a window).

● Pets:
We allow 1 pet for $25 per pet/night (dogs only - no puppies). Please be good pet parents and clean up after your pet. Any damage or waste left by your pet will result in an extra charge of $125 (minimum).

● Safety Features:
Equipped with smoke detector, carbon monoxide detector, fire extinguisher and first aid kit.

● Security Devices:
For your security the property is equipped with exterior security cameras (no cameras inside). Tampering, disabling or obscuring cameras is prohibited and against Vrbo Policies.